MARY PASSAGE MIDDLE
944 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Mary Passage Middle School, located in Newport News, Virginia, is a modern educational facility that serves students in grades 6 through 8. Named after a significant local historical figure, the school is part of the Newport News Public Schools district and is committed to fostering an inclusive and rigorous learning environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to support the development of young adolescents, emphasizing both academic achievement and the cultivation of essential life skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility.
The school places a strong emphasis on technology integration and student engagement to prepare its diverse student body for future success in high school and beyond. Beyond the core classroom instruction, Mary Passage Middle offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including clubs, sports, and arts programs, which allow students to explore their interests and build community. By focusing on a "whole child" approach, the school strives to create a supportive culture where every student is encouraged to achieve their potential and participate actively in their own educational journey.
The school places a strong emphasis on technology integration and student engagement to prepare its diverse student body for future success in high school and beyond. Beyond the core classroom instruction, Mary Passage Middle offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including clubs, sports, and arts programs, which allow students to explore their interests and build community. By focusing on a "whole child" approach, the school strives to create a supportive culture where every student is encouraged to achieve their potential and participate actively in their own educational journey.
944
Total Students
66.2
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
96.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 168 |
| Hispanic | 149 |
| Black | 498 |
| Asian | 16 |
| Two or More | 102 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 6 |
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Black498 (52.8 %)
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White168 (17.8 %)
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Hispanic149 (15.8 %)
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Two or More102 (10.8 %)
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Asian16 (1.7 %)
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Pacific Islander6 (0.6 %)
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American Indian5 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Newport News City Public Schools |
| Phone: | (757)886-7600 |
| Website: | http://passage.nn.k12.va.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 944 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 66.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 911 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
303
Grade 7
308
Grade 8
333
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 303 |
| Grade 7 | 308 |
| Grade 8 | 333 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 462 | 48.9% |
| Male | 482 | 51.1% |
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